Definition of Hernia

Creator: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR
Published: 12/12/2018

Medical Author: William C. Shiel Jr., MD, FACP, FACR

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Hernia: A general term referring to a protrusion of a tissue through the wall of the cavity in which it is normally contained. Also known as rupture.

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